CLC staff using a Global Positioning  System (GPS) to help with a local trail design project The Columbia Land Conservancy works with individuals, community groups and municipalities to help them realize their conservation goals.  We work with a variety of partner organizations, building upon our collective strengths to help Columbia County maintain its rural character and natural beauty as well as its economic vitality. These efforts include: raising funds for open space initiatives and farmland protection projects; working with local government officials to help review proposed developments; and providing examples of planning and zoning language as it relates to open space, recreational and trail design, and public conservation area management. Some of the many services that CLC provides our local communities are: Site analysis Conservation design Viewshed analysis Trail design Public conservation area design Public conservation area management Farmland protection Public and private land protection programs Free education and recreation programs If you are interested in learning more about the Columbia Land Conservancy's work with local communities or would like to talk with one of our staff members about how we might be able to assist you or your community, please contact our office at 518-392-5252.   Columbia Land Conservancy · P.O. Box 299 · 49 Main Street · Chatham, NY 12037 · (518) 392-5252